provides an ideal environment for the formation of granulation tissue
facilitates debridement by promoting autolysis
high absorption capacity rapidly and reliably binds away excessive exudate, extending dressing change intervals
provides optimum fit
reduces risk of rucking and detachment
the hydrocolloid matrix minimises gel residues and skin irritation
frequency of change depends on nature of wound but can be left in-situ for up to 7 days
should not be used on sores in the region of bones, muscles or tendons or third degree burns
suitable for moist wound care, teatment of light to moderately exuding wounds, second degree burns, covering donor sites, abrasions, leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, treatment of chronic, slow healing wounds where the granulation process is not progressing satisfactorily
